Best Trade Schools in Surprise, Arizona (2025 Guide)

Updated October 9, 2025 | Brad Fishbein

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Here are the best schools in Surprise and the West Valley. This guide lists accredited programs, apprenticeships, and Arizona licensing basics for core trades[^1].

Top Trade Schools in Surprise

School Program Length Highlights
Glendale Community College (Glendale) Certificates 6–12 months; AAS ~2 years HLC accredited. HVAC, Welding, Manufacturing, Automotive; hybrid and evening options[^2].
Estrella Mountain Community College (Avondale) Certificates 6–12 months; AAS ~2 years HLC accredited. Advanced Manufacturing/Mechatronics; employer ties[^2].
IBEW Local 640 – Electrical JATC (Phoenix) 3–5 years Registered apprenticeship; paid OJT + classroom instruction.
UA Local 469 – Training (Phoenix) ~5 years Registered apprenticeship in plumbing/pipefitting/HVACR.

Licensing: Contractor licenses via Arizona ROC; EPA 608 required for refrigerants[^5][^6].

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Brad Fishbein Licensed Mold Assessor

Meet the author: Brad Fishbein is a Florida Licensed Mold Assessor and council-certified Microbial Investigator. He’s the founder of TradeCareerPath.com and has completed over 5,000 mold inspections since 2009. Brad now helps homeowners and tradespeople make smart decisions about mold, licensing, and skilled career paths.